Looking at how the yards traded on 21 Aug 2026, Mumbai APMC stood at the front of the pack for Turmeric, clocking the day's best rate at ₹21,250 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Turmeric board.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Turmeric Rate
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹24,500
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹21,250
- Reporting Mandis8
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityTurmeric (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Turmeric is about 3.2% above the period average, sitting just 91.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Turmeric rates across active mandis for 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹21,250 |
| 2 Jintur APMC | ₹16,100 |
| 3 Hingoli APMC | ₹15,865 |
| 4 Sengoan APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 5 Nizamabad APMC | ₹14,850 |
| 6 Warangal APMC | ₹14,788 |
| 7 Aligarh APMC | ₹11,960 |
| 8 Ujhani APMC | ₹1,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹20,050 (1,670.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Turmeric prices at Mumbai APMC ranged between ₹16,000 and ₹2,45,002, with the average around ₹20,599. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹24,500 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,250 |
| 20 Aug | ₹24,500 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,250 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,45,002 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,250 |
| 18 Aug | ₹24,500 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹24,500 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹24,500 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹24,500 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹24,500 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹24,500 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹24,500 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,250 |
| 07 Aug | ₹24,500 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹24,500 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹24,500 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,250 |
| 31 Jul | ₹24,500 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,250 |
| 30 Jul | ₹24,500 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,250 |
| 29 Jul | ₹24,500 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,250 |
| 28 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹20,000 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
Aim for the best-paying Turmeric yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Mumbai APMC led Turmeric on 21 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.